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We are seeking a motivated and organized Quantum Device Measurement Scientist to join a newly formed research effort, Universal Control of Scaled Spin Systems (UCS3). This unique effort will combine the fast-paced and agile approach of an academic research environment with the abilities and scale of industrial technology development, with an emphasis on publishing achievements. The team's technical objective is to transition "Loss-DiVincenzo" single spin qubits from academic scale few-qubit devices to industrial-scale quantum information processors. Research will initially take place on HRL's Malibu campus and is expected to transition to UCLA's Quantum Innovation Hub in two to three years. Essential Duties: Operate a dilution refrigerator for the purpose of conducting low-noise, cryogenic experiments on microwave-controlled single spin qubit devices. Develop the measurement techniques and quantum control methods required to operate Loss-DiVincenzo single spin qubits, including the generation of script level code to support experimental development and data analysis. Develop and maintain software to support experimental development and data analysis, including software to control signal generation and measurement hardware. Develop algorithmic software techniques to automate device tuning and calibration. Analyze results, document and report findings in oral presentations, written reports, and publications. Analyze measurement results through the application of relevant theory and modeling to define approaches for further device improvements in performance and/or yield. Effectively collaborate with other members of the team to identify and implement improvements to experimental infrastructure, control hardware/software, and device designs. Interface effectively with staff at academic partner institutions. Required Skills: Detailed knowledge of modern experimental physics techniques including troubleshooting analog electronics and noise analysis, familiarity with scientific programming for data analysis and hardware interfacing (specific language is not critical), experience in scientific communication through technical presentations and journal publications. Proficiency with Python, experience with software engineering practices such as version control and continuous integration, and experience with machine learning will be viewed favorably. Required Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, or Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on quantum devices or technologies. Physical Requirements: Must be able to climb ladders to use elevated test equipment. Must be able to work safely in a laboratory environment and be on-site at least four days per week. Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods. Special Requirements: US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance Compensation: The base salary range for this full-time position is $140,700 - $175,900 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Essential Duties:Performs various rearrangement, construction and maintenance operations following verbal instructions, where an understanding of simple wiring and circuit diagrams and sketches is required in accordance with the applicable state and municipal codes and ordinances such as:Prepares and installs conduit, junction boxes, plugs, switches and lighting fixtures, pulling wire as is required.Troubleshoots plant electrical systems and resets breakers and replaces buss fuses, reporting any conditions other than routine that may be noted.As required, does related mechanical operations incidental to the dismantling, disassembly and repair of electrical units.Assists Electrician Maintenance Lead, working under their close guidance or direction.Tests electrical equipment installed or repaired requiring the use of electrical testing and measuring devices such as ammeters, voltmeters, watt meters and ohmmeters.Works with electricians' hand tools, ladders, scaffolding, etc., as is required and from handbooks and charts.Re-lamps electrical lighting fixtures.Replaces defective fixtures, starts, reflectors, diffusers, lamps, bulbs and tubes on an individual basis as directed or according to established schedules for complete office and factory areas.Cleans electrical lighting fixtures. Cleans all types of glass, plastic and metal lighting fixtures. Uses water, soaps, solvents and degreasers as necessary.Utilizes basic tools and equipment. Uses lamp tongs, basic hand tools, cleaning implements and such equipment as work platforms, ladders, scaffolds, and safety devices in performing duties.Operates switches. Locates and operates switches to kill circuits controlling fixtures to be cleaned or parts to be replaced.Reports necessary electrical repairs. Recognizes faulty wiring and other hazardous conditions requiring electrical repair work and reports such conditions to supervisor.Reports defective lighting which cannot be remedied by cleaning or replacement of parts for which he is responsible. Required Skills: Ability to troubleshoot PLCs, circuits, motors, VFDs, pneumatic controls, air compressors, and general process control systems. Install, maintain, and enhance electrical systems and components, including fuses, lights, and wiring.Data/spreadsheet tracking of equipment & parts, familiarity of CMMS (computer maintenance management systems).Clean room and laboratory environment Electrical requirements.Industrial safety practices. Required Education:High School Diploma and 7 - 10 years electrical experience in a commercial/ industrial setting.Certification from an Electrical apprenticeship program is preferred. Physical Requirements:Job requires ascending/descending ladders & stairs, bending, squatting, stooping, twisting, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds and other essential motor skills.Working in confined spaces. Special Requirements:Must be available to work swing or second shift, weekends, and holidays when required.Valid Driver's license, Section 608 certification as required by (40 CFR part 82, subpart F), under the EPA Clean Air Act Requirements Compensation:The pay range for this position is $59.91 - $69.90 per hour + bonus + benefits.Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.” We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary The Supply Chain department manages all aspect of procurement for The Aerospace Corporation. As a Strategic Sourcing Buyer Level III - Indirect Goods and Services, you will apply for your experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category leadership to deliver value across multiple business areas. You will partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive operational efficiency, manage costs, and support innovation while ensuring compliance with corporate and government procurement requirements. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at one of our locations in El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Houston, TX; Colorado Springs, CO. What You'll Be Doing Lead the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services to drive competitive value, supplier performance, and operational excellence across the enterprise. Evaluate and improve sourcing activities, analyzing supplier performance, market conditions, and cost structures to identify opportunities for efficiency and innovation. Conduct formal market analysis to assess market trends, behaviors, and cost drivers to support sourcing strategy development. Develop negotiation strategies, contract structures, and pricing models to ensure best value outcomes and risk mitigation. Administer sourcing events (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), lead supplier selection, and manage negotiations and award processes in alignment with category strategies. Forecast and plan product and service demand for assigned categories and contracts, ensuring alignment with business needs. Implement procedures and tools to continuously evaluate supplier performance, cost competitiveness, and deliverability. Manage post-award supplier performance through Supplier Relationship Management, continuous improvement initiatives, and innovation across assigned categories. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Procurement Staff III : Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field 4 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier management. Strong skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Demonstrated understanding of and experience with the end to end procurement lifecycle - from sourcing strategy through supplier management. Advanced Project management skills to build, manage, and meet effective procurement schedules Advanced financial acumen and analytical skills required to construct pricing strategies/exhibits, conduct bid evaluation, and justify pricing reasonableness How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Ariba/SAP experience Aerospace industry experience Experience setting up strategic purchasing agreements related to indirect categories including but not limited to: office supplies, IT-related materials & services, marketing-related services, capital, HR related services (recruitment, training, contract labor), travel management services, professional services (consultants), facilities maintenance/repair/operations, and design/construction sourcing methodologies (ex: Job Order Contracts) We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $75,300 - $113,000Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country's space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! The Communication Software Implementation Department (CSID) develops novel algorithms and prototypes using software defined radios to enable the space enterprise. We are subject matter experts who provide technical advice to our customers on satellite communication systems and use state-of-the-art algorithms to build our customer's future capabilities. Work Model: The selected candidate will be required to work full time on-site at our facility at either El Segundo, CA or Colorado Springs, CO. What You'll Be Doing Build prototypes for: Classic signal processing Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) signal processing Deliver tech demos and briefings to internal stakeholders and to external customers Provide technical guidance and insight to external customers Develop the department's business network with the customer program office What You Need to be Successful - Engineering Specialist Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline Minimum of eight years of related experience with a combination of modern communication system engineering, digital signal processing, or AI/ML comm expertise Experience with developing within a Linux environment Strong coding experience in C++, Python, or Matlab This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. Government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Senior Engineering Specialist: Minimum of twelve years of experience Proven technical leadership skills with project leadership from initial concept to project execution or business development experience with the US Government customer Demonstrated mentorship of junior staff How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Software defined radio development (GNU Radio) or experience with USRP or similar SDR platforms Experience with best practices for DevOps and MLOps Possess an active TS/SCI security clearance We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $129,000 - $249,600Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

General Description:As a Quality Control inspector, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and compliance of our disruptive electro-optical detector technologies. Your responsibilities will include conducting quality inspections, reading and interpreting drawings, approving finished products, documenting inspection records, and maintaining a safe work environment. You will collaborate closely with the Quality and Fabrication Operations teams to communicate necessary adjustments and improvements. As a member of the QC/QA team, you will help maintain and continually improve the VSL quality management system by adhering to processes and contributing to projects resolving corrective actions or findings in a timely manner. Essential Duties:Quality inspectors are responsible for identifying product quality issues that may occur during all stages of the product realization process and assist in resolving and eliminating defective product. This role may require working the 1st or 2nd shift, depending on schedule needs to meet on time delivery. Essential duties may include the following.Initiate non-conformance records in the quality system platform, and segregate non-compliant material and goods Maintain traceability of incoming materials and final goods Perform audit/surveillance of test and assembly processes to ensure processes are in accordance with approved specifications and standards Perform inspection of parts/assemblies to ensure they have been assembled or procured per the design, inspection criteria and/or manufacturing order.Maintain accurate quality inspection records with clear and precise reporting, particularly when discrepancies occur in manufacturing and test operations Approve incoming materials by conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting unacceptable materials and support the return (RMA), if needed.Identify waste and opportunities for improvement, and communicate necessary adjustments to Quality Engineering and Production Managers.Support other inspection areas within all VSL departments Participate in internal and external audits of VSL's quality management system Demonstrate working knowledge of VSL's ERP systems (Costpoint, Dynafact, MES, Windchill PLM, Confluence, Sharepoint, etc.) On the Job Training AS9100D Required Skills:Experience in reporting non-conformances Executing to manufacturing orders and work instructions Minimum 5 years of professional work experience in quality control inspection of finished products in an aerospace manufacturing work environment, or similar Experience interpreting engineering specifications, quality standards and industry regulations of aerospace parts and assemblies:oMeasurement instruments like CMM, optical scopes, mulitimeters and calibers oIPC-A-620, IPC-A-610, and J-STD-001 standardso Quality standards AS9100 or ISO9001Advanced knowledge of product manufacturing, assembly, test and inspection processes Ability to translate an end-product standard into an inspection process, desired Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and workmanship standards Proficiency in MS Office applications Strong communication, organizational, and attentive to detail skills Work in a fast-paced environment independently Required Education:High school diploma or GED with at least 5 years of experience in Quality Control Physical Requirements:Ability to lift 50 lbs.Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time Operate a computer and other inspection machinery (gauges, scopes, calipers) Must be able to follow cleanroom gowning protocols before and after exiting Special Requirements:US Citizenship Compensation:The pay range for this position is $41.97 - $52.50 per hour + bonus + benefits. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Digital Communication Undergraduate Intern for the Digital Communications Implementation Department (DCID) within the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED). This position will be 100% onsite at our office located in El Segundo, CA. Job Summary The Communication Technologies and Engineering Division (CTED) represents the disciplines of communications, networking, and PNT (Position, Navigation, and Timing) in support of space missions, along with their enabling technologies. In our domain, CTED projects comprise all aspects, from architectures to prototypes to implementation, theoretical to hands-on. Our engineers work directly with corporate and U.S. Government customers to ensure robust and resilient communications. DCID uses software-defined radios and FPGA technology to develop advanced communication and navigation system prototypes that solve our customer's most challenging problems related to digital communication systems. Main-mission communication satellites, wideband links, command and telemetry, and terrestrial networks, along with their enabling technologies, are the domain of the Communication Technologies and Engineering Division. The division comprises all aspects, from architectures to implementation; our engineers work directly with corporate customers to ensure robust and resilient communication systems. What You'll Be Doing Develop and implement advanced signal processing algorithms with applications to GPS/GNSS receivers, communication transceivers and/or digital signal processing primarily on FPGA hardware. Analysis of signal processing performance using MATLAB, Python, or similar simulation environments. Prototype cutting-edge real-time systems for emulation and proof of concepts. Research pertaining to advanced signal processing, GPS technology and/or re-configurable communication systems. Tasking will vary during the internship and may include simultaneous projects. Training and mentorship will be provided in this position. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled as a full-time student in an advanced degree in an accredited college/university program in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer engineering, electrical engineering or other related discipline. GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 GPA scale) Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship. Coursework or experience with development and/or use of computer code and/or technical software tools such as C/C++, Python, or MATLAB Comfortable using Windows and/or Linux OS Develop and implement advanced signal processing algorithms with applications to GPS/GNSS receivers, communication transceivers and/or digital signal processing in hardware or in software. This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts required. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Direct experience with hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog Experience in a lab environment with test equipment. Course work in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and/or Communication Theory Ability to take direction, work independently, and seek help when appropriate. Ability to document, present, and communicate technical work. GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.0 GPA scale) Temporary housing assistance is not available. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $26.00 - $30.00Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Physical Sciences Laboratories (PSL) supports the effective and timely development and operation of national security systems through scientific research and the application of advanced technologies. PSL has more than 150 specialized laboratories used to test, analyze, and troubleshoot virtually every aspect of rocket and satellite system design, development, construction, deployment, and operation. The expertise of the laboratories' technical staff allows PSL to stay abreast of new technological developments and program support issues associated with rapidly evolving space systems. The Materials Science Department (MSD) in the Space Materials Laboratory at The Aerospace Corporation conducts anomaly resolution, correlation of materials physics to materials performance, nondestructive evaluation, materials characterization, failure analysis, and applied research in materials science, additive manufacturing, nondestructive evaluation technologies for space applications and provides technical support to national security space programs in these areas. The MSD is seeking an undergraduate-level Composites and Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Intern, a well-qualified individual with a strong foundation in materials science, polymer chemistry, nondestructive evaluation, and data acquisition, such as ultrasonic, X-ray, and eddy current measurement technologies. The section's research and customer program support activities are well-established and supported by highly trained and accomplished staff. Highlights of our lab's capabilities can be seen here: Virtual Tour The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Conduct research and contribute to technical projects by hands on NDE evaluating methods including, but not limited to ultrasonic testing measurements, X-ray measurements, or computational modeling and simulation of NDE techniques Data acquisition and analysis Communicate with personnel within PSL and between organizations within Engineering, Technology Group Prepare written and oral reports of research activities and accomplishments, and present to higher management, internal colleagues and the broader scientific community Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You'll Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment Possess organizational, time management and project management skills Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled fulltime in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Bachelor's degree in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or related discipline Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full-time after completion of the internship. Minimum GPA 3.0 Sophomore class standing completed by internship start date Relevant coursework or knowledge in materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, metallurgy, NDE, additive manufacturing, computational modeling or material characterization Programming experience in Python, C++, LabVIEW, SolidWorks, InspectionWare, CIVA, or MATLAB This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts required How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Knowledge in nondestructive evaluation, materials property measurements Experience in composites, layup, characterization, and mechanical testing for space applications Hands-on experience with ultrasonic testing, X-ray measurements, eddy current measurement and testing, conducting computational modeling and simulation of NDE techniques, image analysis Hands-on experience with materials processing, including composite layup and CNC milling Hands-on experience with characterization of structure-property relationships of high-performance CFRP composite materials and effect of processing conditions on resulting thermal and mechanical properties. Records on publishing technical paper or delivering conference presentations Temporary housing assistance is not available. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $26.00 - $30.00Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Essential Duties:Work under HVAC A lead site technician(s) to Maintain, repair, calibrate, troubleshoot HVAC systems including pumps, motors, valves, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, exhaust fans, air compressors, ducting, cold/hot coils, pneumatic actuated TCV's. Test and recharge refrigeration systems. Operate and maintain process water treatment in HVAC related piping. Required Skills:Journey level with a minimum of 5 - 10 years related experience. Operation and repair of centrifugal chillers up to 500 tons, reciprocating chillers, modular systems, gas-fired boilers, DX units, exhaust fans, cooling towers, water pumps, air compressors, pneumatic controls. Water treatment methods (PH control, testing and adjusting chemical balances).Data/spreadsheet tracking of equipment & parts, familiarity of CMMS (computer maintenance management systems) is desired. Clean room and laboratory environment HVAC requirements is desired. Knowledge of Industrial safety practices is desired.Desire to learn new skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Required Education:High School Diploma, HVAC certification, Water treatment, and/or other related certifications or training. Candidate who has completed a formalized HVAC apprenticeship program is preferred. Physical Requirements:Job requires ascending/descending ladders & stairs, bending, squatting, stooping, twisting, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds and other essential motor skills. Working in confined spaces. Special Requirements:US PersonValid Driver's license, Section 608 certification as required by (40 CFR part 82, subpart F), under the EPA Clean Air Act Requirements. Compensation:The pay range for this position is $53.01 - $59.00 per hour + bonus + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base pay only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. “This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.” We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary Aerospace's Security Operations, El Segundo Special Security Department, provides quality leadership, services, and solutions to safeguard people and the environment, secure and protect company information and assets as well as enhance operational efficiency for the Corporation. You will serve as the Information Assurance Specialist responsible for interpreting and applying government customer policies while displaying leadership competencies related to velocity as a part of our strategic imperatives. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing As an Information Assurance Specialist, you will be expected to support the following areas: The establishment, monitoring, and maintenance of classified information systems security compliance posture under the Risk Management Framework from conception through decommission Assist the ISSM in meeting the organizations responsibilities related to classified information systems Ensure approved procedures are in place and executed for clearing, sanitizing, and destroying various types of hardware and media Develop policies and procedures regarding data handling, computers, and networks Coordinate any changes or modifications to hardware, software, or system configurations with the ISSM and Authorization Official The creation and maintenance of information system Assessment & Authorization packages utilizing customer specified tools The incident handling process of classified information system related incidents The transfers of data for users between systems of like and differing classification levels Conduct continuous monitoring of classified information system Ensure audit records are collected, reviewed, and documented Provide guidance and knowledge transfer to junior ISSO team members What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Information Assurance Specialist III: 5-8 years of relevant experience with High School Diploma Advanced understanding of the Risk Management Framework and Assessment & Authorization processes Experience implementing the following policies: NIST 800-53, JSIG, and related IA doctrine Must possess DoD 8570 Certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM) Current TS/SCI Clearance. U.S citizenship is required to obtain security clearance. In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Information Assurance Specialist IV include : 9+ years of relevant experience How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited program in Cyber Security, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field 9+ years of experience in the Risk Management Framework Project Management Skill Experience managing or achieving accreditation for enterprise wide area networks Special Access Programs (SAP) knowledge We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $45.68 - $84.00Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

General Description: The Scaled Nanotechnology department at HRL is focused on developing new, multifunctional materials and coatings by controlling nano/micro-scale architecture to tailor properties such as wetting, heat transfer, ice nucleation, surface adhesion, reaction thermodynamics, kinetics, color, and elasticity. We are focused on using scalable processes to rapidly mature technologies from fundamental discovery to commercial products. Essential Duties: A successful candidate will perform chemical reactions and polymerizations at the benchtop and pilot-scale, working both independently and on a team. Duties will include setting up and performing chemical synthesis reactions (organic, sol-gel, polymer, and organometallic chemistry), material processing development to produce functional composites, along with documenting, analyzing, and reporting experimental results to the project manager. This position will involve the operation of analytical tools such as DSC, FTIR, UV-VIS, SEM, and TGA and interpretation of the results. Additional duties may also include maintenance of stocks and supplies, monitoring calibration status of lab instruments, and ensuring overall laboratory upkeep. Required Skills: Experience with good lab practices (documentation, safety procedures) is essential. Experience in a wet chemistry lab environment and synthesizing chemical compounds in a research environment is desired. Experience formulating and/or compounding of commercial products and associated characterization is desired. Experience with the use of computer software for data storage, organization, and analysis is also desired. Understanding of organic and polymer chemistry and some inorganic chemistry and physics. Knowledge of chemical analysis, thermal analysis, optical characterization, and basic computer skills (e.g., spreadsheets & word processing). Experience with maintenance of lab equipment is desirable. Required Education: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related field. Candidates with different experience levels may be considered for other positions. Physical Requirements: A successful candidate must be able to perform safely in a laboratory environment using materials synthesis and analysis equipment. Candidate is required to have good laboratory practice, ability to document and communicate results, and exercise safe handling of chemicals. Candidate is expected to work at the Malibu site for 40 h/week. Special Requirements: U.S. Person Status Compensation: The base salary range for this full-time position $81,100 - $98,900 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support. Comprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. The Thermal Control Department mission is to develop, apply, and communicate thermal engineering expertise for spacecraft, payloads, and related systems to inform and enable key customer decisions. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Applying engineering principles and practice in the areas of thermal control systems for spacecraft/satellites and payloads: Assisting with analysis, modeling, simulation, and assessments relating to spacecraft thermal control systems Assisting with experimental investigations including thermal design, thermal control systems integration, thermal environmental testing, thermal model correlation, data reduction and visualization, and engineering application of results. Interacting with experienced department staff to identify and resolve design, acceptance and performance issues relating to space vehicle thermal control subsystems. Acquire knowledge through supporting projects related to one or more of the following: Spacecraft thermal analysis using Ansys Thermal Desktop to predict on-orbit spacecraft temperatures Spacecraft thermal control hardware (heat pipes, radiators, pumped fluid loops, phase change materials, heaters, temperature sensors, thermostats, thermal blankets, phase change materials) Integration of visible or infrared sensors with cryogenic cooling systems Analysis of heat transfer, thermodynamics, single- and multiphase flow, and energy systems. Interdisciplinary engineering analysis such as Structural-Thermal-Optical-Performance (STOP) analysis, thermo-structural / thermal distortion analysis, thermal analysis of RF microwave systems, power-thermal energy system optimization, and contamination analysis. Environmental testing practice and theory Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed Training and mentorship will be provided What Corporate Skills You'll Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment Possess organizational, time management and project management skills Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. in mechanical or aerospace engineering or closely related field with emphasis in heat transfer or thermal sciences. Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a Master's or Ph.D. degree program full-time after completion of the internship. Undergraduate degree completed by internship start date Minimum GPA 3.2 Familiarity with one or more programming languages (examples: C, C++, JAVA, Fortran, python, MATLAB) Basic understanding of and interest in all modes of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. Transcripts How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: GPA 3.7 or higher Active security clearance Research, laboratory, industry work, or internship experience in cryogenics, sensors, heat pipe technology, and spacecraft thermal modeling Familiarity with Thermal Desktop and/or SINDA software Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate long-term career objectives consistent with the Thermal Control Department mission. Temporary housing assistance is not available. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $32.00 - $48.00Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. Additionally, DSG provides deep technical expertise to the Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC) in the conception, design, acquisition, launch and operations of satellite, launch vehicle, ground control, and range systems. The Launch Systems Division (LSD) helps our customers develop innovative solutions in support of military, human space flight, and commercial applications by interfacing with organizations such as the United States Space Force, NASA, DARPA, NRO, and FAA. Our people provide customers timely, value added, decision quality information and analyses to solve technical and programmatic issues to outpace the threat. We are seeking a well-qualified individual (Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering) with proven leadership and outstanding communication abilities to be part of a team that supports and shapes the future of the Servicing, Mobility, and Logistics (SML) program (USSF/SSC/AAA) as part of the Assured Access to Space (AATS) Directorate. Our team provides technical subject matter expertise to support future SML procurements and engineering support in executing space vehicle prototype contract(s) to advance SML capabilities. The program will also focus on refueling satellites in space as well as capabilities such as space tugs, orbital debris mitigation and activities in cislunar space. Are you ready to launch your career in this exciting new mission area? Work Model The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility at Los Angeles Air Force Base. What You'll Be Doing Work closely with AAE and SML Program Offices on program management and systems engineering Coordinate and provide engineering support for SML prototype contract(s) Provide technical expertise to support SML procurement strategy Develop SML interface documents and standards Communicate status and progress of technical activities, issues, and accomplishments through reports and briefings to Aerospace, Space Force, and contractor teams What You Need to be Successful - (Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering) Minimum Requirements: Typically, 6+ years of professional growth and related experience with space vehicle hardware Some demonstrated understanding and experience with space vehicle design, assembly, testing, operations, and analysis Track record in coordinating or participating on multi-disciplinary technical teams Some demonstrated ability to work independently and directly with customers and a geographically dispersed team Ability to travel as needed (mostly domestic) This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance What You Need to be Successful - (Senior Project Engineer - Systems and Mission Assurance Engineering) Minimum Requirements: 12+ years of professional growth and related experience with space vehicle hardware Demonstrated understanding and experience with space vehicle design, assembly, testing, operations, and analysis Track record in coordinating or participating on multi-disciplinary technical teams Demonstrated ability to work independently and directly with customers and a geographically dispersed team Ability to travel as needed (mostly domestic) This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Expertise in design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft hardware Hands-on experience working with small prototype space vehicles Experience with Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD), Servicing, Assembly, or Manufacturing Experience with DoD requirements, budgeting, and procurement processes Experience collaborating with the USSF, NASA, NRO/OSL and industry partners We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $117,300 - $226,900Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Enterprise Lab (eLab) is an organization in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), which manages two key investment portfolios, Enterprise Aerospace Technical Investment Priorities (ATIP) and Technical and Strategic Investment Priorities (TSIP), as well as overseeing university and strategic R&D partnerships. Overall, eLab has four primary functions: 1) Guide technical investment strategies and priorities; 2) Manage and evolve the Enterprise ATIP and TSIP portfolios; 3) Increase situational awareness and outreach to understand customer needs, the external environment and internal Aerospace capabilities, and provide guidance from those insights back into Aerospace R&D efforts; and 4) Cultivate partnerships that can help drive significant impact to Aerospace's innovation goals for the space enterprise. The Enterprise ATIP Portfolio is focused on both evolving core capabilities and fueling innovation in strategically important emerging areas of research and development in support of our customers and corporate strategy objectives. The TSIP portfolio reflects our corporation's top priorities to meet current and emerging customer needs and advance our capabilities. In this role as eLAB Systems Director, you will act as the eLab portfolio manager, providing strategic oversight, budgetary, and process development across eLab's responsibilities. You will be key in helping to shape and manage these portfolios and activities with the eLab team. This position can be located in Chantilly, VA., or El Segundo, CA., and is 100% onsite. What You'll Be Doing * Provide operational management to a $35M internal investments portfolio, ensuring that organizational strategies are well formulated, selected projects are aligned with strategy, and deliverables meet expectations * Lead regular strategy and concurrence reviews for the eLab portfolios * Help shape and encourage innovation culture at Aerospace, driving cross-collaborative solutioning * Serve as a people manager to eLab direct reports, providing oversight to tasking and personnel performance * Act as a thought partner with the eLab team to evolve our office roles and responsibilities * Collaborate with the eLab team and corporate leadership and partners to define the Tech Investment Strategic Priorities, strategic roadmaps, lines of effort, and deliverables * Ensure collection of Performance Metrics across the eLab portfolio, including process improvement and regular reporting to senior leadership * Work in partnership with program office advisors to ensure coordination between Enterprise and TSIP investments to address customer needs * Bring technical and innovation expertise and knowledge to help us solve unique and challenging problems to shape our tech investment strategy in a rapidly evolving corporate and customer environment * Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports of portfolio performance for eLab, OCTO, and corporate management * Coordinate marketing and messaging of portfolio highlights for internal and external audiences * Mentor staff to adopt and implement appropriate situational awareness and collaboration techniques and processes to ensure research is properly scoped and informed relative to the internal/external landscape and customer needs What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in a STEM field * Twelve or more years of applicable professional or educational experience * Track record of working collaboratively and effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders within timelines and to mentor staff * Experience with project, program, or portfolio management and in managing project schedules * Proven business and financial acumen and experience in managing dynamic budgets and project allocations * Willingness to occasionally travel and to work off-business hours to support customer needs, approximately 10% (as required) * This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: * Advanced degree in a STEM field or equivalent * Direct experience conducting and managing R&D portfolios We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $168,200 - $252,400 Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: * Operate Strategically * Lead Change * Engage with Impact * Foster Innovation * Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: * Comprehensive health care and wellness plans * Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation * Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options * 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire * Flexible spending accounts * Variable pay program for exceptional contributions * Relocation assistance * Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career * Education assistance programs * An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary Security and Safety provides quality leadership, services and solutions to safeguard people and the environment, secure and protect company information and assets as well as enhance operational efficiency for the Corporation. The Physical Security Specialist is responsible for ensuring successful security and safety programs are in place by implementing programs for protecting classified and unclassified sensitive information. This position performs specialized duties in one or more security disciplines. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our location in El Segndo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Collaborates with facilities personnel, contractors, and architects to ensure security issues are addressed correctly during design and construction. Provides technical and administrative support for intrusion detection system alarms and security systems. Establishes a process for alarm response and repair. Compiles system security plans in accordance with government regulations. Conducts system audits and reviews. Candidate must have a background in principles, concepts, practices, and standards related to SCI and Special Program Security, knowledge and practical application of ICD/ICS 705 series, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and other applicable security directives and Executive Orders Reviews and develops appropriate physical, access, policies, and procedures to support operations. Assists with conducting physical security surveys, and facility threat assessments to determine if facilities meet Government and Industry requirements. Helps prepare written reports identifying recommendations for correction. Conducts physical security surveys, and facility threat assessments to determine if facilities meet Government and Industry requirements. Prepares written reports identifying recommendations for correction Provide physical security support to corporate projects and initiatives as needed Conduct semi-annual alarm testing. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed. Maintains secure facility electronic records. Support other security disciplines as needed. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for Security Specialist III: High school diploma or equivalent Four (4) or more years of relevant experience with physical security Experience in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Knowledge of physical security concepts and practices to include intrusion prevention and detection, closed-circuit television, and access control. Must be willing and able to provide an after-hours response to alarm situations if necessary. Effective interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations. Must have current TS/SSBI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required. In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Security Specialist IV include: Bachelor's degree Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience with physical security Experience in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Knowledge of physical security concepts and practices to include intrusion prevention and detection, closed-circuit television, and access control Must be willing and able to provide an after-hours response to alarm situations if necessary Effective interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Ability to prepare and/or review Fixed Facility and TEMPEST checklists and other ICD 705 related documents. Attention to detail, ability to work independently with minimal supervision and adapt to changes in priorities. Proficiency in gathering information from various sources, both electronic and written to support the development of briefing materials and other projects. Ability to understand and interpret building design/floor plans to determine the consistency of contractual security requirements. Certifications in Physical Security or other similar security disciplines We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $37.44 - $68.52Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a IT Network Engineer Staff IV/V responsible for architecting and implementing Enterprise LAN, WAN and Data Center network infrastructure in an all-Cisco environment. The Aerospace Corporation's enterprise networks span 24 sites with primary locations in El Segundo, CA; Chantilly, VA; and Colorado Springs, CO. This person will lead a team of highly skilled network engineers, firewall engineers, and network services engineers in support of the Corporate classified and unclassified networks. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Design and implement high availability enterprise WAN links utilizing SDWAN technology (Cisco SDWAN/IWAN, Cisco ASR/ISR Routers, Cisco Firewalls) and dual WAN links (MPLS & Internet). Design and implement high availability, scalable data center networks based on Cisco SDN (ACI, Nexus Dashboard) technology. Develop secure network segments (enclaves, DMZs) using Cisco Firepower Firewalls, Cisco ASA Firewalls and other Cisco network security products. Perform setup, configuration and testing of network designs in our DevOps lab located in El Segundo. Coordinate with network staff on implementation tasks and schedule, meeting any specific deadlines as needed. Interface with user community to understand their internal and external connectivity needs and collaborate to develop design, implementation costs and annual operations costs. Assist in development of Network Services Department fiscal year budget requests for capital, overhead and maintenance. Track industry trends and maintain knowledge of new technologies. What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements for IT Network Engineer Staff IV: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field with 10 years of professional experience with all aspects of an enterprise CONUS network. This position requires a TS/ SCI clearance. This is issued by the US government and US citizenship is required. Expertise in Cisco SDWAN/IWAN technology and network automation. Expert experience with Cisco ACI and Nexus Data Center switches. Extensive experience with firewall theory and configuration. Extensive experience with Cisco ASA and Firepower firewalls. Experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/DNA Center. Comp TIA Security+ CE or CISSP for DoD 8570 requirements. In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for IT Network Engineer Staff V: 15 years of professional experience with all aspects of an enterprise CONUS network. Experience troubleshooting and configuration of KG-175F and other encryption devices. Experience working and troubleshooting EIGRP and BGP routed network deployments. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: 15 or more years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree Cisco CCIE/CCNP Enterprise certification Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers experience TS/SCI/SSBI clearance We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $120,300 - $202,800Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) is the dynamic heart of groundbreaking ideas and cutting-edge research, driving current and future systems through innovative research and development, rigorous technical evaluations in the acquisition process, visionary design, seamless assembly, integration, testing, and comprehensive operational support. Made up of elite mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD stands as a national powerhouse in vehicle engineering and offers unparalleled expertise in guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electromechanical systems; embedded technology; fluid dynamics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; as well as mechanisms and structural dynamics in complex, dynamic environments. We are on the lookout for an inspiring leader-a Director (Director - Aeronautical & Mechanical Engineering)-to spearhead our Thermal Control Department within the Vehicle Performance Subdivision. This department is a hub of seasoned engineers renowned for their mastery in spacecraft thermal control system design and analysis, spanning from individual components to full-scale systems. With a portfolio that boasts deep technical studies, groundbreaking experimental investigations, and real-time decision-making support, the team plays a critical role in fueling our clients' successes. As Director, you will ignite innovation by providing visionary leadership, strategic planning, and expert guidance to our talented technical staff, ensuring we remain at the forefront of aerospace excellence. This position requires 100% on-site work at our El Segundo, CA. (preferable), or Chantilly, VA., offices. What You'll Be Doing Lead a High Impact Technical Team Provide leadership to a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing technical expertise in support of thermal control technical areas for customers and contractors Advance department expertise in new thermal control technologies as well as thermal analysis tools and laboratory assignments Implement high-impact strategies that exceed customer needs, foster innovation, and deliver transformative solutions Shape the Future of Technical Excellence Drive the future of the department by developing top engineering talent and expanding technical capabilities to ensure the team stays ahead of advancements in anticipation of customer priority needs Identify and capture new business opportunities that position the organization as an industry leader Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration Build and lead high-impact cross-functional teams, aligning expertise with project needs and driving collaborative solutions Partner with fellow directors in the Vehicle Systems Division to shape a cohesive team strategy, align technical efforts, and share best practices Strategically Manage Budgets Oversee and optimize budgets to ensure efficient resource allocation, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence Drive Team Performance and Engagement Cultivate a high-performing team by setting clear expectations, providing continuous feedback, and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth Lead department in strategic planning, hiring/staffing, performance reviews, rewarding/developing staff and more What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field 10 years of experience in thermal control systems Expertise in some of the following technical areas: active and/or passive thermal control system design, numerical analysis, thermal analysis tool architecture and design, launch and mission support, thermal subsystem specifications, material properties databases, and/or thermal testing Experience managing technical teams, risk management, anomaly investigation, thermal subsystem development and mission assurance Willingness to travel domestically approximately 10 - 15% This position requires a current and active Top Secret/SCI clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree in a STEM-related field 12+ years of experience in heat transfer or thermal sciences Experience managing high-performing technical teams and managers Experience working on national security space, civil space, and commercial space programs Familiarity with launch vehicle, satellite bus, payloads, and thermal control systems, as well as their relationships to other subsystems and mission-level performance We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $168,200 - $252,400Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our country's space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics, sensors, radar, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping, MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense, intelligence community, and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD! The Electromagnetic Interference Test Section (EMITS) provides test-based solutions to high-impact challenges in the domain of launch vehicle and spacecraft electromagnetic and radiofrequency protection. Work Model:This position will be located 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Provide scientific and engineering support in the areas of electromagnetic environmental effects, electromagnetic interference (EMI), electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) to the United States Space Force, National Reconnaissance Office, and civil space programs. Design, build, and perform laboratory and field experiments to ensure spacecraft and launch vehicles are protected from harmful electromagnetic environments. Gain hands-on experience performing electromagnetic and radiofrequency testing using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and antennas; develop test methods and analyze results. Occasionally travel to launch ranges, launch vehicle and satellite factories, and other sites to perform critical testing, troubleshooting, and mission assurance activities. Evaluate and improve spacecraft, launch vehicle, and infrastructure electromagnetic design and performance. Participate in a team of industry experts that focus on conceptual designs, requirement development, proposal evaluation, design evaluation and verification, launch operations, and anomaly root-cause and corrective action. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed. What You Need to be Successful - Member of Technical Staff Minimum Requirements: BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline from an accredited university Two or more years of related technical experience Knowledge of applied electromagnetics, microwave engineering, radiofrequency engineering, antenna theory, and/or calculus-based electromagnetism Project / academic experience with programming, data analysis, or computer control of test equipment This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. US citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff: Five or more years of related technical experience Demonstrated leadership of EMI/EMC or radiofrequency measurement and test activities Experience creating test procedures, test plans, and test reports How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Advanced degree Experience performing scientific or engineering research, development, or troubleshooting in the areas of applied electromagnetics, microwave engineering, or radiofrequency engineering Track record performing EMI/EMC tests according to commercial or military standards, such as MIL-STD-461, RTCA DO-160, or TEMPEST Skilled in carrying out measurements related to the areas of electronic warfare (EW), directed energy (DE), radiofrequency interference (RFI), signals intelligence (SIGINT), radar cross section (RCS), or radio astronomy Programming proficiency in MatLab, Python, LabVIEW, TILE!, or EMC32 We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $95,200 - $193,500Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Aerospace Corporation is hiring a Software Engineering Grad Intern for the Software Tools and Assurance Department within the Software Engineering Subdivision (SES) of the Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD). This position will be in El Segundo, CA. Job Summary Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers. Work Model This position will be located 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA What You'll Be Doing Provide software development effort to a variety of Software centric projects with a strong emphasis on Open Source programming languages Participates with an interdisciplinary team in ongoing research or technical programs with academic collaboration partners Applies standard techniques and procedures to carry out a series of prescribed scientific and/or engineering tasks Training and mentorship will be provided Corporate Skills You Will Bring Strong written and oral communication skills Must work well in a team environment Must possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational need Interpersonal skills to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations Demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the company's values of Dedication to Mission Success, Technical Excellence, Commitment to Our People, Objectivity and Integrity, and Innovation What You Need to be Successful Minimum Requirements: Currently enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university degree program pursuing a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related program Availability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks outside of university term and ability to return to a degree program full- time after completion of the internship Excellent problem-solving skills. Hands-on expertise with application design, software development, and automated testing Experienced in one or more common programming languages including Java, C/C++, and Python This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance Transcripts required How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: GPA of 3.5 or higher Experience in Full-stack web development Experience in model-based software engineering Experience in Agile software development Experience in distributed systems, cloud native application patterns and tools, micro services architectures, application migrations to any cloud platform Temporary housing assistance is not available. We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $32.00 - $35.00Pay Basis: Hourly Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Job Summary The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Contracts Administrator (Contracts Administration Staff III). This position is responsible for preparing, negotiating, administering, and terminating standard and non-standard contracts, primarily for US government, commercial and international customers. This position conducts proposal preparation, contract negotiation, contract administration and customer contact activities to provide for proper contract acquisition and fulfillment in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications, and advises management of contractual rights and obligations. This position analyzes contractual data and provides recommendations to internal and external customers, as required. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, onsite at our facility in El Segundo, CA. What You'll Be Doing Draft, review, and execute Nondisclosure Agreements (NDAs) with various commercial, international, and government customers Prepare, negotiate and execute proposals and contracts, managing the approval process in compliance with company policies and procedures Perform risk assessment of proposals and contracts terms and conditions to assist the program office in development of risk mitigation strategies Administer and manage contracts with an emphasis on analyzing the contracts' deliverables, special provisions, modifications, and terms and conditions Managing and ensuring that contract data is accurately captured in Aerospace's Contract Management Lifecycle (CMLS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system Understand, evaluate, and communicate contract provisions, clauses, and regulations including Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) clauses, flow-downs, and subcontract requirements; maintains official program records, including contractual documents and correspondence with customer What You Need to be Successful - Contracts Administration Staff III Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related field Five or more years of contracts experience Experience in government and commercial contracts management, working on a diverse portfolio of contract types, customers, products and services Experience with FAR, DFAR, CAR, NFS and other federal acquisition regulations and codes Research and analysis skills, effective communications skills, ability to see the big picture Willingness and ability to travel on occasion How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Master's degree in related field Experience working directly with Federal Civil Agencies (e.g., NASA, DOC, DHS, DOT) Experience managing Commercial and/or International Contracts We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills. (Min - Max) $84,600 - $126,900Pay Basis: Annual Leadership Competencies Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who: Operate Strategically Lead Change Engage with Impact Foster Innovation Deliver Results Ways We Reward Our Employees During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits. Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include: Comprehensive health care and wellness plans Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire Flexible spending accounts Variable pay program for exceptional contributions Relocation assistance Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career Education assistance programs An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation. Equal Opportunity Commitment The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you're an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at ************ or by email at ****************************** . You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.